The Black Bull pub in Godmanchester has closed for refurbishment at short notice

A pub in Godmanchester which closed at short notice is going to be refurbished, the operators have said.

Pub firm Enterprise said the Black Bull was expected to reopen later this spring after undergoing an “extensive” makeover.

The pub closed its doors on Monday, earlier than users had expected.

Richard Allan, of Allans Promotions which has put on regular music nights at the pub, said they have had to relocate this Friday’s session to the town’s Comrades Club.

Mr Allan said: “The pub owners, Enterprise, had initially set the unfortunate closure date in March and one last band night was scheduled for this Friday, February 28.

“For unknown reasons this was brought forward and as of Monday February 24, the doors were closed and the shutters put up on the site.”

Mr Allan said: “Allans Promotions approached the Comrades Club in Godmanchester and they have kindly helped out on this occasion as the line-up has been set for some time and is promising to be a cracking night of music with three great local acts.”

A spokeswoman for Enterprise said they had been given notice by the tenant.

“We are finalising plans for an extensive refurbishment of the Black Bull which will help it to reach its maximum potential as a fantastic all-round pub for local residents,” she said.

“The Black Bull has now closed in readiness for the works to commence and we are already in discussions with interested parties who are keen to drive the business forward once the refurbishment has been completed.”

Mr Allan thanked the Black Bull team for their support over the years.

He said Phoenix Calling were headlining Friday’s session and that further information about gigs was available on the Allans Promotions Facebook page.